2012 Nissan GT-R vs. 2009 BMW 330
To start off, 2012 Nissan GT-R is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 330 would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan GT-R (530 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 2009 BMW 330. (268 HP @ 6650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 192 kg more than 2009 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Nissan GT-R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 330. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan GT-R will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Nissan GT-R (607 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 330. (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Nissan GT-R | 2009 BMW 330 | |
Make | Nissan | BMW |
Model | GT-R | 330 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 530 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6650 RPM |
Torque | 607 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | 6-speed automated manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1737 kg | 1545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4671 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1895 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1369 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2779 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 63 L |